US-Iran Peace Talks Collapse: Critics Slam Pakistan’s Role, Question Diplomatic Venue
US-Iran peace negotiations hit a stalemate following high-stakes talks in Islamabad. The failure has triggered sharp criticism regarding the suitability and credibility of Pakistan as a diplomatic mediator...
US Must Earn Iran's Trust: Speaker Qalibaf Slams Washington After Failed Peace Talks
Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf made a stern warning regarding United States relations, asserting that Washington must earn the nation's trust to exit the current volatile situation. Speaking to...
Trump Declares Sweeping Naval Blockade of Strait of Hormuz Over Iran's Nuclear Stance
US Implements Blockade Following Talks on Nuclear Ambitions
US President Donald Trump announced a sweeping naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday. The move follows repeated negotiations, which Trump...
US-Iran Peace Talks Collapse in Pakistan; Global Focus Shifts Amid Diplomatic Stalemate
High Stakes US-Iran Talks Conclude Without Peace Deal
Historic negotiations between the US and Iran concluded in Islamabad without reaching a peace agreement. The breakdown follows over 21 hours of intensive...
US Dilemma: Why Washington’s Reliance on Pakistan Risks Undermining Global Stability
The Paradox of Peace Diplomacy
The notion of a country accused of harbouring terrorists becoming a venue for peace talks presents a profound contradiction. This irony is amplified by the observation that the...
New Delhi, April 5 – The European Union, through its Generalized Scheme of Preferences Plus (GSP+), granted Pakistan duty-free access to its lucrative markets in January 2014 in exchange for its commitment to uphold international human rights, labor, environmental, and governance standards...
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Islamabad, April 3 Pakistan has announced an unprecedented increase of 43 percent and 55 percent in the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD), respectively, in response to soaring global oil prices amid the US-Israel war on Iran.The government made the announcement on Thursday. The...
New Delhi, March 31 – The recent surge in global oil prices is testing Pakistan's fragile macroeconomic stability, and the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) tolerance of Islamabad's decision to shield domestic fuel prices signals a shift in approach, a new report has said.The report from...
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South Asian Nations Face Energy Crisis Risks Amid Middle East Conflict
New Delhi, March 30 – The ongoing Middle East crisis presents a heightened risk to Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka, among South Asian nations, according to a report by S&P Global Ratings. The report highlights the...
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New Delhi, March 26. Six months after Pakistan approved its National Artificial Intelligence Policy, concerns are growing over the slow implementation, with key systems and plans still not in place, a report has said.When Pakistan's federal cabinet approved the National Artificial Intelligence...
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Sensex and Nifty Surge on Geopolitical Easing, Crude Oil Decline
Mumbai, March 25 – Dalal Street opened positively for the second consecutive trading day on Wednesday, bolstered by easing geopolitical concerns and reports suggesting a potential diplomatic solution to the West Asia conflict...
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Pakistan Faces Rising Energy Risks as Oil Prices Surge Amid Middle East Tensions
Strait of Hormuz Concerns Intensify Pressure on Import-Dependent Economy
New Delhi, March 20 – A sharp rise in global oil prices, driven by escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, has heightened...
ADB to Provide $10 Billion Financing to Pakistan Under 2026-30 Strategy
New Country Partnership Strategy Targets Sustainable and Inclusive Growth
Islamabad, March 19: The Asian Development Bank is expected to extend approximately $10 billion in financing to Pakistan over the next five years as...
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US to Permanently Close Consulate in Peshawar, Ending Key Diplomatic Presence Near Afghan Border
State Department Notifies Congress of Decision
The United States will permanently close its consulate in Peshawar, Pakistan, a diplomatic mission that has long served as the closest American post to...
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